Exam Invigilator

Lift Schools; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Bexleyheath is recruiting an Exam Invigilator to join our team and support students during examinations, ensuring calm, fair and supportive environments.

Casual contract starting January 2027, with training in the Autumn Term before the Christmas holidays, working alongside the Exams Officer to follow procedures and help students feel confident.

This role suits someone who communicates clearly, stays patient under pressure and enjoys teamwork to make a real difference in students’ education.

Responsibilities

• Set up exam rooms and check seating plans are correct
• Verify student identity and check attendance
• Give clear instructions to students about exam procedures
• Supervise students during exams and ensure a quiet, fair environment
• Collect exam papers and materials safely at the end of each session

Job description

Could you help make sure every young person has the best chance to succeed in their exams?

Lift Bexleyheath is looking for anExam Invigilator to join our team and support students during their examinations. This role helps ensure that every child receives an excellent education, in every classroom, every day.

This is a casual contract

The role will start inJanuary 2027, with some training taking place during the Autumn Term before the Christmas holidays.

About the role

You will work alongside our Exams Officer to create a calm, fair and supportive exam environment for students. Your role is to follow exam procedures, check that students have what they need, and help them feel confident as they sit their assessments. Can you stay calm under pressure and guide students through what can be a stressful time?

Key responsibilities

• Set up exam rooms and check seating plans are correct
• Verify student identity and check attendance
• Give clear instructions to students about exam procedures
• Supervise students during exams and ensure a quiet, fair environment
• Collect exam papers and materials safely at the end of each session

We are looking for someone who

May have worked with young people before, or managed groups in other settings. What matters most is your ability to communicate clearly, follow procedures carefully, and stay patient when things get busy. Do you enjoy working as part of a team and want to make a real difference to students during important moments in their education?

About Lift Bexleyheath:

Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and ambitious secondary school with a strong community ethos and a clear focus on continuous improvement.

Located just 30 minutes from central London, we're investing in our future, including a brand-new sixth form centre and improved learning environments. You'll be joining a committed team with high expectations and a shared determination to provide an excellent education for every student.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How wesupport you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you :

How we support you

• Safer Recruitment Statement - September 2026.pdf
• Exam Invigilator Job Description and Person Specification.pdf